A very common cause of a sunken driveway is Erosion. What is erosion? Erosion is the process of eroding or being worn away by wind, water, or other natural agents. Residents of Little Rock enjoy a pleasant mix of all four seasons, but this comes with its share of headaches. Our area experiences a wide range of weather events over the year, such as heavy rainfall, flash flooding, freezing and thawing cycles, and frequent humidity – all of which create the right conditions for erosion to occur.
Erosion can wash soil away from under your driveway, creating a void or space under the driveway slab. In turn, voids under concrete slabs cause the concrete to sink and crack. Your driveway may begin to sink in areas where the soil has been washed out, creating unattractive and hazardous conditions.
Downspouts and clogged gutters that aren’t installed correctly can lead to more problems with driveway erosion. The same goes for poor yard drainage. By maintaining your yard and caring for your downspouts and gutters, you can help prevent this from occurring.
Do you park heavy vehicles on your driveway? Large vehicles or RVs can cause the concrete to sink over time. If you have alternative places to park large vehicles, definitely park them there!
You can seal your driveway and it may be a helpful maintenance step you can take to extend the life of the concrete. However, the process of sealing will not help with sinking concrete.
Have a new home? Check the area around your home for settlement and your foundation for cracks. It also could be that the soil beneath your driveway was not compacted properly. We use helpful concrete scanning to diagnose what problems are occurring below the surface.
Even with all these preventative measures, erosion can still occur. When it does, Airlift Concrete Experts can help restore your driveway with our polyurethane foam lifting method. Our process is simple but effective:
This solution is faster and more cost-effective than traditional methods, with minimal disruption to your property. Plus, it’s eco-friendly and designed to withstand water exposure, so you won’t have to worry about future erosion.
A sinking driveway isn’t just an eyesore—it can cause further damage to your home’s foundation and lead to safety hazards like trips, falls, or vehicle damage. Addressing the issue early on can save you from more extensive repairs down the road.
At Airlift Concrete Experts, we specialize in lifting and leveling sunken concrete, making your driveway safe and functional again. If you’re in the Little Rock area and struggling with a sinking driveway, give us a call at 501-744-8274 to schedule a free estimate. You can also contact us via our contact form.
We may not be able to stop erosion, but we can fix the problems it leaves behind!
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